Scandic Grand Central Helsinki

4-star hotel in a historic railway building by Eliel Saarinen, steps from Helsinki Central Station

Location & Architecture

Scandic Grand Central Helsinki occupies the former Finnish railway headquarters, a building designed by architect Eliel Saarinen. The hotel offers direct access to local and long-distance trains via a 2-minute walk from the central station. Guests can use the self-guided tour to explore the building's Art Nouveau architecture and its history as a railway office.

Rooms & Comfort

All 491 air-conditioned rooms have soundproofing that blocks noise from the railway tracks and city. Select rooms offer views of the central square, the courtyard garden, or the station tracks. Interconnected family rooms and accessible rooms with grab rails and lower sinks are available.

Dining & Breakfast

The hotel's restaurant serves European cuisine with vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free options marked on the menu. Breakfast includes fresh cinnamon rolls and apple bake pulled from the oven, plus a Finnish berry mix and local pickled herring. A separate bar offers wine and champagne, and room service is available 24 hours.

Facilities & Wellness

The free fitness centre has modern equipment and a yoga area, and the sauna is open for guests daily. Bicycle rental is available free of charge, and the hotel provides a locked luggage storage room. Cycling routes and winter sports are accessible from the hotel's central location.

Family & Pet-Friendly Amenities

Family rooms can accommodate up to four guests with a sofa bed, and board games and puzzles are provided in the common area. Pets are welcome, with pet bowls and a designated area for dogs. The 24-hour front desk and room service help with early arrivals or late departures.

• Location: Adjacent to Helsinki Central Railway Station, 2-minute walk to trains
• Rooms: 491 soundproofed rooms with air conditioning and private bathrooms
• Dining: European restaurant with vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free options
• Wellness: Free fitness centre, sauna, and bicycle rental
• Breakfast: Hot buffet with freshly baked cinnamon rolls and local specialties
• Family: Interconnecting rooms, board games, and family-sized accommodations